sand Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Hello everyone. After lurking for a while I have decided to join. I got started blacksmithing like a year ago. After picking up a book on the subject at the local library and reading it I said to myself "I'm doing this" and off I went in search of tools and it turns out they were all in one place, The Windmill Ranch. The gentelman living there sold me all of his old blacksmith things the forge anvil hammers tongs everything he had for one low price. I could not resist I loaded up the truck and set it all up in the back yard. Since then I have been at it every day I can and I love it. I have tried bladesmithing, ornamental iron, and just hammering way and see what comes of it. I love evey aspect, its just to much fun. I guess I will end this before I get caried away. I think this will be a great palce to share ideas and get aquainted with other smiths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fe-Wood Posted May 17, 2012 Share Posted May 17, 2012 Welcome aboard! May I suggest you join the California Blacksmiths Association? If you do, you will find no end of inspiration and technical support! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sand Posted May 17, 2012 Author Share Posted May 17, 2012 Yeah I was looking into doing that, I think it would be great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clinton Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 Hiedy-ho neighbor I am in Salinas about 2 hours away, hit me up if you come to Monterey or Santa Cruz. I have a full shop in my backyard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
divermike Posted May 18, 2012 Share Posted May 18, 2012 hey welcome pal, I was born in Sonora and had a place in Tracy for several years. Lots of friends and family out your way, when I come out to visit, I may look you up! This site is very cool! Get with the Ca. group, believe me you will not regret it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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